White Lightnin�
BIOGRAPHIES
Tony
Gallo: (Lead Vocals, Harmonica)
Tony
started singing and playing bass guitar for White Lightnin� at the age of 16.
Along with other original member, Glen Ahearn, Tony co-wrote and arranged some
of White Lightnin�s earliest music. Trading in the bass guitar for the
microphone, Tony prides himself on his versatility as a performer and has sung
or played harmonica with such notables as Al Vega, Paul Fontaine,
Brass Force, Brian Maes, Mid-Life Crisis Jazz Band and legendary
blues/soul guitarist Luther Guitar Jr. Johnson. Tony currently leads his own self-titled group as well mixing various styles of jazz and r&b. His debut Record Something to Say made the Grammy pool for nomination consideration. For more info go to www.cdbaby.com/cd/tonygallo
Glen
Ahearn: (Lead Guitar, Vocals)
Glen
started playing professionally at age 15. He developed his soulful/bluesy style
while performing at various local venues, opening for such national acts as David
Johansen, James Montgomery and The Fools. Glen is also a
composer, writing much of the original music that has won White Lightnin�
recognition as winners of the North Shore Rock & Roll Rumble and �Best
Band� as voted by both the readers and music editor of a local newspaper.
Jeff
Hanson: (Bass, Electric & Acoustic Guitars, Vocals)
Jeff
has been playing guitar for over 20 years and studied music theory under Victor
DalPozzal. His professionalism and commitment as a musician is uncompromising -
playing in as many as five bands at the same time. Jeff has hosted a popular
local �Jam� for 6 years, playing extensively with Luther Guitar Jr. Johnson,
Duke Robillard and others. Jeff�s talent and versatility are essential
ingredients to White Lightnin�s success.
Sammy
Biancuzzo: (Drums)
Sammy started playing the Boston club
scene in 1965. Working with Mason Dixon and the Line brought him on the
road to New York City, where he also played with the NY band Dreams and
performed in the studio with various artists. Sammy worked in L.A. and also
played jazz aboard The Odyssey. Playing anything from Country/Western to
Sinatra to Funk, Sammy is an integral member of White Lightnin�.
Jim
Calandrella: (Saxophone)
Jim
started playing sax in the fifth grade and played professionally at age 15.
Since graduating from Berklee College of Music, Jim has performed with a
variety of bands that include The Infractions, The Brian Walkley Band,
Metro and The Ken Hadley Big Band. Jim is currently working on
two recordings that will be released in the year 2000.
-Additional Players Available Upon
Request-
Kevin
Kennedy: (Keyboards, Bass Guitar, Vocals)
Kevin
has performed in various bands in the Boston area since 1980. He attended
Berklee College of Music and has been playing piano & bass for two decades.
Kevin has played with White Lightnin� for seven years. Prior to that, he
arranged, played bass and sang for an original band, Fez Henry, that
opened for such national acts as The Tubes, the DelFuegos and Farrenheit.
Anthony
Grant: (Saxophone, Flute, Vocals)
Johnny
DiTomaso: (Trumpet, Vocals)
Garret
Savluk: (Trumpet)
A
graduate of Berklee College of Music, Garret has been performing professionally
for 15 years. Probably best known for his tenure with Boston based Heavy
Metal Horns, he has also toured with Tower of Power and Extreme.
Rounding out his experience, Garret plays all types of music from ceremonial
solos, jazz, R&B and Funk, making him one of the most in-demand trumpeters
in the region.
Karl
Bryan, Jr: (Saxophone)
A
native of Jamaica, Karl spent a decade working in Montego Bay. He worked with
various artists, including The Platters, The Manhattans, Ziggy
Marley, The Drifters and G-Love. Karl�s high energy style and
sound will keep you on the dance floor!
Ricordo
Monsun: (Percussion)
Ricardo
is one of the most sought after percussionists in the region. He has played in
more than six Countires and with countless Bands & Musicians including
Walter Beasley, Danilo Perez and Dan Moretti. Ricordo enjoys playing all types
of music.
For more info call Tony @ 781-599-2307